Fenton, MI’s VG’s Grocery Produce Manager Up For National Award

Walk into the VG's Grocery on Silver Parkway in Fenton and the colors of the produce on display shine in hues of red, green, yellow and orange. Customers are likely to be greeted with a smile and hello by Charmagne Kendrick; and the regulars – they're on a first name basis with the store's produce manager.

Potato Consumption Lower Than Expected

Calorie intake from white potatoes is surprisingly modest for adults and school-aged children, according to a new study released today at the Experimental Biology 2012 Annual Meeting. Dr. Maureen Storey, Chief Executive Officer for the science-based Alliance for Potato Research and Education (APRE) presented the new analysis using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).

Stew Leonard’s Newington Store To Offer New Children’s Cooking Classes In May & June

April 20, 2012 Stew Leonard's

Stew Leonard's Newington store is offering new cooking classes for children this May and June. The children receive hands-on instruction in preparing various products as well as learn about the importance of measuring, cooperation skills in the kitchen and the importance of food safety.

Harris Teeter Customers Donate Over $550,000 To American Cancer Society

April 20, 2012 Harris Teeter

Harris Teeter would like to extend a sincere thank you to all of its generous shoppers who participated in its donation card campaign in March for the American Cancer Society and donated over $550,000 to help create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.

Six Stater Bros. Supermarkets Earn EPA Awards For Earth Friendly Refrigeration Systems

April 20, 2012 Stater Bros.

In celebration of Earth Day 2012, Stater Bros. is pleased to announce that six of the company's newest Supermarkets have earned the prestigious EPA GreenChill Gold Award for meeting tough environmental standards and using ozone friendly refrigerants. These GreenChill store certifications are valid for one year, and four of these Stater Bros. Supermarkets also received GreenChill Gold Awards in 2011 (Grand Terrace, Moreno Valley, Cathedral City and Carlsbad).